We have recently applied to be part of Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s FruitShare project, which aims to get sustainable fruit production into Schools around the country. Unfortunately we missed out on the small number of free trees on offer, but have been given the chance to purchase 10 fruit trees through CrowdFunder. We have 28 days to raise a minimum of £130.00 to pay for our trees.

Our aim is to develop a small fruit orchard with the help of our Horticulture group, which will provide sustainable fruit production for the College over the coming years.

We are working hard with the Marketing and Business Development teams to generate support for the project, and would appreciate support from staff and students to raise awareness and generate pledges for the trees. We only need 26 pledges of £5.00 to reach our target and secure our trees!

For more information, contact the Enrichment team, or see the links below.

Library+ is delighted to introduce a new Discovery style solution for learners called ‘Fetch’.

‘Fetch’ is a user friendly, fast response, single search experience that has the capacity to trawl our collection of print and electronic resources and return users with a single list of results.

‘Fetch’ may be found located on the front page of the New Virtual Library, together with a range of guides to help navigate the system.

If you would like a demonstration of the resource or arrange some individual training, please see a member of Library+ staff.

The Creative Club at ACCROSS!

This club is available to all students and is on Wednesdays from 12:15 - 1:00pm in room G001.

It is a chance to just draw, colour, paint, make jewellery and cards, write or even learn or listen to music. It's a great opportunity to meet new people and relax in a creative atmosphere. You don't have to be a expert; all you have to do is give it a go and you may find hidden skills that you didn't even know you had.

If anyone has a special interest or talent, we will try to put on some sessions or just come and try whatever's on offer.

If you are interested, please contact Dianne Byrne or Derek Cooper in E107.

Active Colleges Survey

Take a quick 10 minute survey of your views on Sport for your chance to win £200 in High St vouchers!

- Appropriate fitness tests to establish current fitness levels in comparision to norms

- Lifestyle assessment

To book your health assessment or to join the Gym please contact us on gym@accross.ac.uk or 01254 354073

News from Desktop @ Library+

Welcome back everyone. When you have settled in, don't forget to call in Library+ and check out our new budget range of cards and gifts. This year we introduce our greetings card loyalty scheme. Buy six cards and get one FREE. Please ask staff for details. We also have a selection of 2014 luxury diaries at various prices and a new term bargain pack available which includes our "Things to do Today" pad - very popular with staff - at £2.49, as well as our usual wide selection of everyday stationery. We hope to see you soon.

Library Staff

Free Sports Massage Sessions

Seasons and Hair and Beauty

This year Seasons Hair and Beauty is offering a 25% discount to all staff for our Level 2 Hair and Beauty treatments.

FREE MEN'S CUTS ALL YEAR

Public Salons are available offering a range of services.

Beauty Salons

Monday 4.45pm - 7pm

Wednesday 9.15am - 11.30am

Hair Salons

Monday 315pm - 6.15pm

Tuesday 9.15am - 12.15pm

Wednesday 5.15pm - 7.15pm

Thursday 3.45pm - 5.45pm

Friday 1.15pm - 3pm Offering Shampoo and Blow dry only

To enquire about our of range of services and products please contact Seasons Reception on 01254 354211.

Duke of Edinburgh Awards

What is the Duke of Edinburgh Award?

The Duke of Edinburgh programme is a real adventure from beginning to end. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you are from - you just need to be between the ages of 14 - 24 and realise there’s more to life than sitting on the sofa and watching life pass you by.

What does the Duke of Edinburgh Award involve?

You achieve your award by completing a personal programme of activities in four sections, these are: Volunteering, Physical, Skills and Expedition.

If you’re going for Gold there’s also a residential activity.

You could find yourself helping people in the community, getting fitter and developing new skills, whilst meeting new people and having an amazing time!

What will I get out of doing a Duke of Edinburgh Award?

You’ll get the chance to enjoy loads of new experiences, discover talents you never knew you had and really challenge yourself. You’ll get to spend time doing the things you really love and get recognition for doing them, and have the opportunity to make a difference to other people’s lives in your community.

Achieving your award will give you skills, confidence and a view on life that everyone is looking for, from Colleges and Universities to employers. Doing DofE really does give you the skills for life and work!

What do I do if I want to get involved?

If you would like to start your Duke of Edinburgh Award, you can speak to your LDM, or a member of the Enrichment Team, based in the Hub, or the Student Union Office. Alternatively, you can email the enrichment team at enrichment@accross.ac.uk.

Library+ News

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The college has purchased ‘A Practical Guide to the Top 100 Tools for Learning’ which contains a wide range of categories and links to help provide ideas and advice to staff in the creation of E learning materials.